Quality Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer Location: New Hampton, Iowa Salary: $75-100K Job Summary : The  Quality Engineering focuses on product launches and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.  Use customer requirements, APQP/PPAP processes and ISO 9001 QMS to facilitate product launches and continuous improvement efforts at supplier locations.  
Job Responsibilities:  · Support product launch efforts to ensure quality principles are integrated into the launch process including APQP (PFMEA, Control Plans), PPAP and safe launch processes. 
· Work as a customer liaison regarding quality issues both at company and related supply chain organizations.  
· Support activities related to maintaining supplier/Tier 2 quality assurance.  
· Responsible for driving and maintaining continuous improvement efforts related to customer satisfaction and internal processes.  
Education & Experience: ·2 or 4 year degree preferred but not required.
2 + years years experience operating quality measurement equipment in a production environment. Experience with APQP processes specifically related to product launches. Knowledge and experience of ISO 9001: 2015 quality systems. Experience in developing and managing a supplier quality assurance system. Hands-on experience continuous improvement background using Six Sigma and/or Lean methodology. Knowledge of blueprint reading and GDT principles. Strong problem solving skills using Six Sigma and Lean principles.   Foundry knowledge a plus. Familiar with CNC machining processes a plus. Familiar with CMM, laser scanning, x-ray and LPI measurement systems. Certified Quality Engineer a plus.